Reborn as a little director

After as long as 5 months, the post-production of "Planet Killer" was completed, including editing, special effects, soundtrack, and dubbing.

Unlike Zhang Yiran, Xia Yuhe likes to discuss with Xie Siqing, to determine the right direction, what she understands is what the director wants to express.In Xia Yuhe's view, the director is the one who tells the story, and he himself is the one who assists the director in telling the story well.

The review was passed later than expected.

As soon as he got the approval order, Chen Zhengzhi eagerly signed up for the film festival.

They participated in one of the three major film festivals in Europe.

Because the release time of "Planet Killer" has been set, and the other two festivals are later, and the work is required to be a world premiere, the film will definitely not be able to keep up with the competition for the two awards.

Well, this time the "Golden Antlers" award must be caught up, otherwise there will be no chance to compete for the three major European awards-the so-called three major European awards refer to the golden antlers, golden ox horns and golden sheep horns.

At the same time, this is also for the promotional considerations of the movie-with the big prize in hand, the box office will be higher.

While waiting for the approval order, Chen Zhengzhi was so anxious that he didn't even think about going to the casino.

Xie Siqing felt that if he could not make the world premiere at the film festival, Chen Zhengzhi would take bloody revenge on the censors.

Fortunately, Chen Zhengzhi has always been lucky.

Just when it seemed too late, the approval order came down.

In the past, Xie Siqing heard that when Chen Zhengzhi’s friend started a business, he had to negotiate with investment bankers, but the product never worked well. In desperation, he asked Chen Zhengzhi to accompany him to meet the investment bankers, and then displayed the product during the negotiation At that time, the thing worked miraculously once, and the investment bank immediately decided to invest 2000 million in the product.Later, that friend discovered that there was a big bug in the product program, and it was impossible to use it at all. He couldn't understand how it was successful that time.

Because there are thousands of films registered every year, it is impossible for the organizer to watch so many films, so several "film selectors" in Hong Kong need to make recommendations first, and they will send the ones they think are qualified to compete or participate in the exhibition to the organizer. Look, in the end, the sponsor will select more than 20 of these recommended films to enter the main competition unit to participate in the award competition or enter the non-competition unit for screening.

When the films that entered the main competition unit were announced, Xie Siqing still felt very nervous.

Although Chen Zhengzhi had obtained some information in advance, no one can guarantee that nothing will happen before the result is revealed.

——There are a total of 22 films in the main competition.

Xie Siqing saw it with just one glance: Planet Murder.

He breathed a sigh of relief.

"It's a pity that it's not the opening ceremony movie." Chen Zhengzhi said regretfully.

"...Don't be too greedy." Xie Siqing said.

It was not realistic to be selected as the opening film.

That is usually a famous director and a famous lineup.

Then Chen Zhengzhi started his "activities".

The "Golden Antlers" award will be selected by the jury of the main competition unit. The jury is usually about ten people and takes a more elite route.

Just like the Olympic Games and other competitions that are selected or voted by specific people, although it is a fair selection or voting, it is necessary for the participating people and organizations to have some normal social interaction beforehand, introducing the original intention, telling the story behind it, and expressing eagerness ...Even if these words are useless, it's better to make an impression by wandering around more than never showing up.

In Chen Zhengzhi's words: "Even if you marry an ugly husband, if you look at him for a while, you will feel more pleasing to the eye."

When hearing this, Xie Siqing glanced at Zhong Yang.

Zhong Yang immediately stared back.

It seems that Xie Siqing's hesitation at that moment about "I think Zhong Yang is pleasing to the eye just because I have seen it too much" is a great insult to him.

They held a premiere press conference during the festival.

When the awards were announced on the last day, Xie Siqing's breathing still became a little short.

Zhong Yang touched his hand beside him.

"..." This was the first time that Zhong Yang was by his side the whole time.

In the past, they always sat apart.

Awards are announced one by one.

Before waiting for the "Golden Antlers" award, Zhong Yang won the best actor first.

This film festival has not won an award for many years with a Chinese actor.

Xie Siqing recalled.

The last one seems to be... uh, the last one was Zhong Yang.

After seven years, he was crowned again.

Zhong Yang's speech still made Xie Siqing blush.

He said: "I am most grateful to the director. The two of us have been friends for many years, and this is the second best gift he gave me. First, it should be a very precious friendship."

"..." Xie Siqing couldn't help but wonder if some people would see something.

"Great!" Chen Zhengzhi said, "There is already an award."

"Yeah." Xie Siqing stared at Zhong Yang.

He didn't want to miss any second of Zhong Yang on stage, and he really didn't have time to talk to Chen Zhengzhi.

Chen Zhengzhi saw that Xie Si cleared his eyes and stared at Zhong Yang without any other reaction, so he snorted and didn't interrupt.

The penultimate award to be revealed is Silver Antlers.

Acquired by a nearby Dutch crew.

This crew won the award, which is a big upset, but it is an upset that everyone knows will definitely win the award.

The big upset is because no one thought of it before the film festival started.

It is said that everyone knows that they will definitely win the award, because the crew thought that they would definitely not be able to play, and because of the shortage of funds, they decided not to wait for the closing ceremony to announce the awards, and only booked the hotel for the night of their film screening.After they arrived at the airport, the director thought it was not good to be absent directly, so he called the chairman of the jury and told him that he was about to return home, but the chairman was furious and ordered them to change their tickets and return to the hotel immediately.After the group rolled back to the hotel, they found that the room had been booked by someone else, so they searched for a place to stay temporarily in the middle of the night, and it really took a lot of trouble.However, in this way, everyone knew in their hearts that the film would definitely win an award.

After that... the most important thing - the Golden Antlers Award.

Xie Siqing glanced at Zhong Yang.

Zhong Yang also turned to look at him.

This movie...Xie Siqing really tried her best.

When the English name of "Planet Killer" jumped out of the mouth of the award presenter, Xie Siqing couldn't hold it back at all, and couldn't help but squeezed the hand of the person next to him heavily.

Zhong Yang laughed: "Go and accept the award."

"……Um."

The trophies are doubled again...

Golden Antler Award, one for each person.

But this time, it's from the same play.

Xie Siqing took the trophy, thought for a while, and suddenly said something completely different from what he had prepared before: "How should I put it... This past year has been like a dream to me... It's a beautiful dream that makes people feel forever. I don’t even want to wake up. I am very grateful to my team, who have been by my side since the last film, for example, producer Chen Zhengzhi, photographer Mike, chief artist Wu Yisen, editor Zhang Yiran, soundtrack composer Xia Yuhe... and ...and Zhong Yang, who came back to take on the role again, he is a very good actor, he seems to be able to play any role... I hope he will always be my leading actor - although this seems to be a bit sorry for other directors And the new Gu Fei who joined this time is also extremely good, the shooting conditions are extremely difficult, sometimes even men can't stand it, but she never complains."

After finishing speaking, his face became slightly hot, and he didn't dare to look at Zhong Yang.

Zhong Yang is his hero, not only in the film, but also in life.

……

——That night, the crew went out to find a store to celebrate.

The bar was relatively quiet and the music wasn't blaring.

After chatting for a while, Chen Zhengzhi said: "Let me suggest... After going back, how about everyone treating everyone to a meal?"

Xie Siqing smiled and said, "It's fine if I treat every meal."

"Don't, don't, don't." Mike said, "I'll treat you to a treat! I found a very delicious Roujiamo shop! If it's inconvenient, I'll bring it back and treat you all."

"Hmm..." Chen Zhengzhi said, "You don't seem to be energetic enough."

"Hey?"

"It's okay, it's okay." Xie Siqing said quickly, "It doesn't matter if it's expensive or cheap."

"That's not what I meant." Chen Zhengzhi frowned, "I just think that eating Roujiamo is not convenient for drinking."

Xie Siqing: "..."

"Actually..." Mike suddenly said thoughtfully, "Why is it called 'roujiamo'?"

"...Huh?" Xie Siqing said, "What's wrong with Roujiamo?"

Mike was still confused: "...Why not 'mojiarou'? ​​Shouldn't it be 'mojiarou'?"

"..." Xie Siqing was stunned again.

He couldn't answer this question.

Mike added: "The first time I tried it, I really felt like I was being tricked - I thought it was the bun in the middle, not the other way around."

"..." Xie Siqing had no choice but to say that sentence again, "I don't know—"

"I can only memorize it by rote again." Mike said a little disappointed.

"..." Xie Siqing sympathized with Mike again.

Just chatting casually like this, it's already late.

A group of people has long since gathered together and turned into several small groups.

Xie Siqing was talking with Zhong Yang, Chen Zhengzhi was talking with Mike, Gu Fei was talking with Xia Yuhe, and there were a few other people in a circle, Zhang Yiran didn't pay attention to anyone.

From time to time, someone came over with wine glasses to congratulate the winners——Xie Siqing and Zhong Yang, Xie Siqing all held up plain water to thank them.

"By the way..." After another person expressed his congratulations and left them, Xie Siqing looked at Zhong Yang and said, "I haven't told you yet... Congratulations, Zhong Yang."

"..." Zhong Yang stared at Xie Siqing.

"You are really...remarkable." Xie Siqing said, "You are the only actor two or two times."

In his previous life, he also knew that Zhong Yang's acting skills were outstanding, but he didn't expect to reach this level.

"I accept your compliment."

"..."

"However, you are too." Zhong Yang said again, "This is the second film you directed, right?"

"... Mmm." In fact, it's more than——

Originally, Chen Zhengzhi and Mike had been chatting.

Coincidentally, Mike asked another quantifier question.

Chen Zhengzhi couldn't answer, and suddenly felt a little cold.

So they heard Zhong Yang and Xie Siqing's conversation.

But the person involved didn't notice the sudden silence.

When I found out, I saw that Chen Zhengzhi and Mike had written on their faces: mutual admiration... a bit disgusting.

After making trouble for a while, Xie Siqing felt tired, took out his mobile phone and fiddled with it, and found that there was already news.

After the award ceremony, Chen Zhengzhi went back to the hotel by himself first, so he was posting a manuscript?Even the evening celebration was late for this.

Xie Siqing took a look.

About Zhong Yang:

[Zhong Yang Berlin is crowned again]

[Counting domestic film kings in the history of Golden Antlers: Zhong Yang (2008), Zhong Yang (2015)] More about myself: [Berlin captures Golden Antlers, "Planet Murder" attracts attention]

Xie Si counted the headlines and continued to read the news.

[This year, the European Film Festival is finally not an occasion for domestic stars to rub the red carpet, hype news, and show off their costumes.After many years of silence for domestic films, the horn of counterattack finally sounded today.The movie "Planet Murder" directed by Yao Shunyu won the Golden Antlers, sweeping away the embarrassment of the past few years of domestic films getting nothing... Finally, in the news about the film festival, we can talk about movies instead of talking about everything There is or there is no movie. ] A paragraph makes people feel that paying attention to celebrities but not paying attention to "Planet Killer" is not considered a love of movies.

Also, here are some post-premiere reviews:

[The movie "Planet Killer" makes people understand that commercial blockbusters can also have personal branding, and the scene and depth are perfectly combined. 】【"Planet Killing Machine" truly achieves the layman watching the excitement and the insider watching the doorway. There are a lot of metaphors in it, such as looking back at the earth after entering space, like a fetus in the womb, which symbolizes the fall and redemption of human beings. ...The amazing thing is that although there are so many literary techniques, it will not make laymen feel bored or unable to understand, and they can also watch a wonderful story. ] "..." Xie Siqing felt that the road ahead would be much easier.

The award-winning film has been recognized by Europe, and it is not boring, understandable and even exciting, so it will not be too pitiful when it is released.

Chen Zhengzhi adopted a completely different strategy this time than last time. He no longer wanted to avoid blockbuster movies and try his best to take advantage of the box office.

After thinking for a while, Xie Siqing looked up at Chen Zhengzhi and asked, "How much is the expected box office?"

Over there, Chen Zhengzhi laughed: "Just wait."

"..."

"It will be scary."

"..." Xie Siqing really hoped that she could be frightened.

However, Xie Siqing guessed that Chen Zhengzhi was "scared" because compared to the "newcomer" director who only had two plays, he also had several more popular plays in his previous life.

……

——After returning from winning this time, Xie Siqing's schedule became even busier.

At this time, there is still one month before the domestic release.

Because of the award, Chen Zhengzhi arranged a lot of publicity opportunities for them.

There is an interview in it.

This interview is an interview program of the biggest TV station in China.

The ratings were not as good as the one Zhong Yang participated in last time, but this show was bigger and more high-end people were invited.It even includes many famous domestic politicians, Nobel Prize winners, and top [-] CEOs.

Zhong Yang thought Xie Siqing would be very nervous.

In fact, Xie Siqing would not.

It's not that he hasn't seen big scenes, and generally speaking, he doesn't care much about the audience's personal opinion of him.

At the beginning, the host laughed and said: "First of all, congratulations to you two, you have harvested the golden antlers."

"Thank you." Xie Siqing smiled.

The host added: "I heard from Yang Rouchuan, one of the judges, that "Planet Killer" won the award very well this time, and the jury decided to award it after watching it."

"...Oh?" Xie Siqing said, "I don't know..."

"I inquired in private." The host laughed again, "Chinese-language films have not won for many years. What do you think is the reason for your award this time? In other words, what is the difference from other Chinese-language films?"

"Well," Xie Siqing thought for a while, "I think it's because there's nothing special about it."

"...Huh?" The host said, "This answer is too profound, we need to explain it in detail...We are not the best actor in Berlin, and we don't have that kind of tacit understanding with you."

"...Oh." So Xie Siqing talked in detail, "I think Chinese movies may have paid too much attention to 'special' in recent years. They may criticize the government, show problems in society, or depict Chinese special culture, and other regions. Different ways of thinking, various customs...I'm not saying these are bad, just, maybe..."

Xie Siqing thought about his words when he said this: "Maybe the judges are tired of watching it. 'I want to be special' itself is not special. I think it is good to shoot the story you want to tell."

"I see..." the host said, "So you think it's because of the subject matter?"

"The subject matter is definitely not enough, but the subject matter has something to do with it." Xie Siqing said, "My story does not use China as its selling point, it is just a science fiction story. The judges will not understand what it is about at a glance, which will make them I am more interested, so that I can notice all the new attempts we have made in terms of scripts, actors, and performance techniques."

"Aren't you very excited that the second film won the grand prize?"

"Happy is definitely happy, but..." Xie Siqing hesitated, "I don't know if this seems arrogant, but I just take it as the first step. This film festival focuses on discovering newcomers to encourage people, awards It is usually given to the so-called "emerging directors", which does not mean that "Planet Killing" must be the best among thousands of works. In fact, film awards are too subjective. For the judges, like a Movies or not liking a movie are very subjective, although this is the charm of awards, inadvertently meeting people who admire you. I think, I still need more testing, such as the other two with higher attention European film festivals, and the one in the United States... Of course, there are box office and word-of-mouth, after all, movies are for audiences, a kind of mass communication, not for judging."

Among several major film festivals, the weight of golden antlers is the lowest.

It is a stepping stone for many directors. After winning the award, they gain some fame, and then go to participate in other awards for the next work.

In the beginning, Xie Siqing only filmed what he wanted to shoot, regardless of any awards or box office. It would be better if he could win an award or get more box office.Later, Xie Siqing discovered that filming what he wanted to film did not completely conflict with awards and box office.Every time I try something new, the judges and the audience can see it.

The moderator then asked some more questions.

The questions were prepared before, and Xie Siqing also answered them one by one.

However, at the end, a few questions that were not on the script given in advance suddenly appeared: "I have heard several people say that there is an amazing tacit understanding between the two of you. Is this rumor true?"

"...There is indeed a tacit understanding." Xie Siqing said, "The tacit understanding between the director and the actors is quite important."

"Then," the supporter smiled slyly, "we have prepared a test here."

"...?"

"Test the tacit understanding between the two." The host said, "Verify the truth of the rumors on the spot."

"..." Xie Siqing asked, "How?"

"That's it—" the supporter raised the card in his hand, "I have some questions here, which involve the reactions you will have in various situations and the reactions you think the other party will have. One person puts on the earphones and listens first. Some music, let the other person answer first, then switch places, and finally see how much overlap between the two answers, your reaction and the reaction the other person thinks you will have. By the way, don’t think Eavesdropping, this earphone has a very strong sound insulation effect."

"...Okay." Xie Siqing said.

"So who will answer first?" the host asked.

"I'll come." Xie Siqing said.

So Zhong Yang was forbidden to continue listening.

"Question [-]—" The host looked at the card in his hand, "When there is a plate of chicken, who eats the chicken wings?"

"...Me." Every time Zhong Yang cooks half a chicken, he always throws the chicken wings to himself, even if he says he doesn't want it.

"Second question, who eats chicken thighs?"

"……still me."

"The third question, what do you think of your dressing taste?"

"...Ordinary." Now, Zhong Yang has chosen all the clothes for him.

"Question four, what do you think the other party's dress taste is?"

"Very good." Until now, when Zhong Yang dresses better, he still can't move his eyes.

"Question five, will you bring an umbrella when the weather forecast says it will rain?"

"……Do not."

"Question six, will he bring an umbrella when the weather forecast says it will rain?"

"Will do."

"Question seven, do you remember where everything is at home?"

"...I don't really remember."

"Question eight, will he remember where everything is at home?"

"Will do."

"Question nine, who is the star you admire the most?"

"... Zhong Yang."

"Question ten, who is the celebrity he admires the most?"

"……he himself."

"Question No.11, what is your favorite movie?"

"Tokyo Story, The Bicycle Thief."

"Question No. 12, what is his favorite movie?"

""Blade Runner", "2001: A Space Odyssey"." Zhong Yang didn't remember the first time he said it, but Xie Siqing firmly remembered it later.

"Question No.13, what is your favorite sport?"

"……walk?"

"Question No.14, what is his favorite sport?"

"tennis."

"Then switch now..." The host directly took off Zhong Yang's earphones, "Change Yao to put them on."

"Oh," Xie Siqing said, "OK."

"It's started!" The host seemed very excited, "When there is a plate of chicken, who will eat the chicken wings?"

"he."

"Second question, who eats chicken thighs?"

"It's still him."

"The third question, what do you think of your dressing taste?"

Zhong Yang frowned: "Generally there will be no problem."

"Question four, what do you think the other party's dress taste is?"

"... That's it." However, the clothes are quite easy to take off, whether he takes them off by himself or someone else helps him, it's pretty quick.

"Question five, will you bring an umbrella when the weather forecast says it will rain?"

"Ah."

"Question six, will he bring an umbrella when the weather forecast says it will rain?"

"Him?" Zhong Yang laughed.

"... Question seven, do you remember where everything is at home?"

"of course."

"Question eight, will he remember where everything is at home?"

"how is this possible?"

"Question nine, who is the star you admire the most?"

"Hmm...can I do the math myself?"

"..." The host was speechless, "Question [-], who is the celebrity he admires the most?"

"I guess it's me."

"Question No.11, what is your favorite movie?"

"Blade Runner, 2001: A Space Odyssey"

"Question No. 12, what is his favorite movie?"

"Tokyo Story, The Bicycle Thief."

"..." The host was a little surprised.Can you close it word for word?How is this possible?

"What's wrong?" Zhong Yang asked.

"...It's okay." The host said, "Let's continue...The next question is No.11. What is your best sport?"

"Hmm..." Zhong Yang uttered a meaningful monosyllable, glanced at Xie Siqing next to him, and then said, "Tennis."

"...I'm sorry." The host looked at the card and said, "I accidentally mispronounced just now...it should be, which is your favorite sport?"

Just now, I mispronounced it absent-mindedly... It is really because it is too weird, and the audience will definitely think that it has been rehearsed beforehand.However, for the effect of the program, in order to prevent them from having a chance to unify their answers, the program team did not mention this problem at all during the prior communication!

"Hmm..." Over there, upon hearing this question, Zhong Yang made another long sound, "Let's count it as tennis for now."

"It's unbelievable!" The host shouted, motioning Xie Siqing to take off the earphones, "It is said that the most tacit understanding couples only have a 90% coincidence rate!"

Zhong Yang laughed: "Then maybe we have a better understanding than the most understanding couple."

Xie Siqing next to him looked at Zhong Yang.

The first few questions made Xie Siqing realize again that Zhong Yang always thinks about himself first.

Moreover, I seem to be too dependent on him, and I don't pay attention to the small things in life such as food, clothing, housing, transportation, and just concentrate on writing books and making movies.

However, before being with Zhong Yang, he obviously lived quite well.

——Okay, Xie Siqing admits, it’s not as good as it is now.

Xie Siqing was afraid that she would become numb.

In many small matters, Zhong Yang has been responsible for a lot, and it seems to have become a habit.

How many loves start with liking, plain with understanding, and end with habit or even numbness.Although it has always been like that, the touching things at the beginning gradually failed to move the other person's heart, and it became more and more difficult to be satisfied.

Xie Siqing hopes that she will always be grateful.

……

After the interview, it seemed that both parties felt some affection. After returning home, even though it was still broad daylight, the two hugged each other and rolled onto the bed.

"Hey..." Xie Siqing reached out and lifted Zhong Yang's face from between his legs, looked into his eyes, and said softly, "Thank you."

"What strange things are you talking about?"

"..." Xie Siqing shook his head.

"I said," Zhong Yang hugged Xie Siqing in his arms, and kissed Xie Siqing's ear, "I suddenly remembered...you haven't returned the rented house, have you?"

"……Um."

"Return the lease tomorrow."

"..."

"I think it's weird that you keep renting over there. We've lived together for so long."

"Ok."

The reason why Xie Siqing didn't retreat was not to give himself a place to go.

He was thinking about things like Yao, Shun and Yu.

If you cancel the lease, do you have to throw it away?

Or take it to his and Zhong Yang's house?

No matter how you think about it, it's not appropriate.

However, sooner or later the lease will have to be withdrawn.

Otherwise, let's put it in the warehouse first...?

Xie Siqing didn't have time to think about it, and his thoughts were scattered.

Because he agreed to Zhong Yang, Xie Siqing went to tidy up the hut the next day.

In the past, he hadn't looked through Yao, Shunyu's things too much - except for the change on the first day of his rebirth.

Because, Xie Siqing always felt that it belonged to Yao, Shunyu, and he was not qualified to move without permission.

Now, in order to clean up, he can only take them out one by one and put them into boxes.

Then...he saw a book about movies.

Xie Siqing couldn't help picking it up and flipping through it.

Unexpectedly, a picture fell out of the book.

Xie Siqing picked it up and looked at it carefully.

——It’s a group photo.

One is Yao, Shun and Yu.

another……

Xie Siqing's eyes widened suddenly.

The other is Shao Yu! ! !

Xie Siqing was sure that the person in the photo was Yao, Shunyu, not himself. This was a group photo of Yao, Shunyu and others before he was reborn into this body.

It can be seen that the photos are cherished.

Yao, Shunyu and Shao Yu actually knew each other...?

So, why did Shao Yu never show that he knew "himself" when he was filming the Xiaolongbao commercial, and when he participated in Zhong Yang's "Koi Carp" film?